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handle is hein.crs/govefkb0001 and id is 1 raw text is: Congressional SResearch Service Defense Production Act Authorities and U.S. Domestic Energy Supplies Updated March 11, 2022 On March 8, 2022, as part of a broader response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. issued an order prohibiting the U.S. import of and investment in oil, liquefied natural gas (LNG), and coal supplies from the Russian Federation. Some Members of Congress have also introduced legislation that would prohibit the U.S. import of mineral fuels and byproducts from Russia (see for example H.R. 6968, as passed by the House). While U.S. imports of Russian petroleum are relatively small and refiners have access to many substitutes, there is broader concern that a material reduction of Russia's total petroleum supply could put upward pressure on oil and gasoline prices. In response, some Members of Congress have called on the President to exercise authorities under the Defense Production Act of 1950 (DPA; 50 U.S.C. §4501 et seq.) to expand domestic energy production. Media reports also indicated that Administration officials have considered using DPA authorities to increase U.S. production of energy-efficient heat pumps and other equipment for U.S. allies in Europe. DPA Authorities Specific to Domestic Energy Applications The DPA confers broad presidential authorities to mobilize domestic industry in service of the national defense, including programs for military and energy production or construction, military or critical infrastructure assistance to any foreign nation, and homeland security, stockpiling, space, and any directly related activity (50 U.S.C. §4552). The President has delegated authorities related to the production, conservation, use, control, distribution, and allocation of energy supplies under DPA Title I and Title III to the Secretary of Energy in Executive Order (E.O.) 11790, and E.O. 13603. For a more in- depth discussion, see CRS Report R43767, The Defense Production Act of1950: History, Authorities, and Considerations for Congress. The Senate Banking Committee and the House Financial Services Committee have jurisdiction over the DPA. Several provisions, particularly under Title I, specify authorities concerning domestic energy: Congressional Research Service https://crsreports.congress.gov IN11884 CRS INSIGHT Prepared for Members and Committees of Congress

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